When comparing Abus Bordo 6000 vs New York Legend 1515, the Slant community recommends Abus Bordo 6000 for most people. In the question“What are the best bike locks for city riding?”Abus Bordo 6000 is ranked 1st while New York Legend 1515 is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Abus Bordo 6000 is:

The Bordo 6000 can be wrapped around a wide variety of objects, since the shape is relatively malleable. U-locks have a rigid 'u' shape, which you cannot bend to suit the object you're trying to lock on to.

Pros

Pro

Wraps around more objects than a u-lock

The Bordo 6000 can be wrapped around a wide variety of objects, since the shape is relatively malleable. U-locks have a rigid 'u' shape, which you cannot bend to suit the object you're trying to lock on to.

Pro

Great for medium/low risk situations

This folding lock is a great alternative to u-locks and chain locks of the same security category. If your security risk is medium or low, for example, you have a cheap bike, or you only ever leave it in the hall of your apartment building, the Bordo 6000 will do the job.

Pro

Lighter than then heavy duty chains and U-locks

Still not light, but a lot lighter than most of the chains and U-locks (like Abus Granite).

Pro

Easier to transport than u-locks or chain locks

As the name suggests, the folding lock folds into a compact bundle, which you can just attach to your bike using the holder it comes with. It's lighter than chain locks, so you won't be carrying as much extra weight with you.

Pro

Best for stationary security

The New York Legend 1515 chain is very heavy (15+lb). It's so heavy that it would be impractical to take it with you on a daily basis, but it's great to be used as a stationary lock at, for example, home or work.

Pro

Great for very high risk circumstances

With a chain thickness of 15mm it's impossible to damage this lock with manual bolt cutters. If the thief is really determined, they'd have to use power tools, and it's hard not to notice someone sawing away, sparks flying at a bike chain. At the very least, this lock will buy you plenty of time, or attract lots of attention to the thief brave enough to attempt to break it.

Cons

Con

More expensive than same security level locks

Coming at around $100 it's definitely not the cheapest bike lock with a Sold Secure rating of Silver.

Con

Can be difficult to unfold

The folds on this lock can get tangled, so you might have to spend more time to put it in place than you would using a u-lock or chain lock.

Con

Expensive

This is one of the most expensive locks, but it does seem to be worth the investment.